WD23 2DA postcode in Bushey, Hertfordshire
WD23 2DA is a postcode in Bushey, in the Bushey North ward of Hertsmere. It is in the Watford parliamentary constituency and the Hertfordshire police force area, and has been in use since November 2007. It is a large-user postcode, which Royal Mail gives to a single address that gets a lot of mail.
Where WD23 2DA is, and what is near it
- WD23 2DA
- Other postcodes in WD23 2: press one for its page
- 4 schools
- 2 railway stations
- 1 Underground, metro or tram station
- 3 GP practices
- 2 EV charging points
- Further out, with the distance
Points are centre points, not buildings, and nothing drawn is a boundary. Names in italics are council wards: we hold no town or village names here. Open this area on OpenStreetMap (latitude 51.6577, longitude -0.3842)
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026; schools: Department for Education; stations and bus stops: Department for Transport; GP practices: NHS England; charging points: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence; street map: Ordnance Survey, OS Open Zoomstack, Open Government Licence v3.0, drawn with MapLibre. How we use them
Who looks after WD23 2DA?
- HertsmereDistrict council Hertsmere: bins, council tax, planning
- HertfordshireCounty council Hertfordshire: schools, roads, care
- Council tax bandSet for each home, not for a postcode. The bands and a year's charge around WD23 2DA Check a council tax band on GOV.UK
- HertfordshirePolice force area
- WatfordParliamentary constituency. Its MP is Matt Turmaine (Labour), as Parliament lists them. Contact Matt Turmaine
ONS places a whole postcode in one council, one ward and one constituency, from a single point. A few postcodes cross a boundary, so an address at the edge can belong to the one next door. Your council tax bill or your poll card settles it for your address.
Council, police force area and constituency: ONS Postcode Directory, August 2026. What each council does: GOV.UK. The MP: UK Parliament, read 14 October 2026.
What broadband can you get at WD23 2DA?
Every home and business at WD23 2DA can get gigabit broadband from a line, Ofcom says.
Share of homes and businesses that can get it
Gigabit (1,000 Mbit/s)
Superfast (30 Mbit/s or more)
Source: Ofcom, Connected Nations, Spring 2026, data for January 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
When are the bins collected at WD23 2DA?
BinDayBuddy does not read Hertsmere Borough Council's collection days yet, so the council's own checker is the place to look.
Hertsmere Borough Council's bin daysSource: BinDayBuddy, built from councils' own collection systems and public data. BinDayBuddy is run by Towpath Digital, which also runs this site. How we use it
Is WD23 2DA at risk of flooding?
From rivers and the sea, long term
Medium riskThe Environment Agency counts 3 homes and businesses at WD23 2DA. 3 are in an area at medium risk of flooding from rivers or the sea.
High: 3.3% or more a year (1 in 30). Medium: 1% to 3.3% a year. Low: 0.1% to 1% a year. Very low: under 0.1% a year (1 in 1,000). Each band is the chance of flooding in any one year.
Rivers and the sea only, for the land around buildings, not each building. GOV.UK's checker answers for one address, surface water included.
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Rivers and Sea (postcodes in areas at risk), published 6 July 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
From surface water, across Hertsmere
The Environment Agency publishes this for the whole council, not for WD23 2DA: 3,574 properties in Hertsmere are at high risk (6.9% of all its properties). All the figures for Hertsmere
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Surface Water, properties at risk by local authority, version 2025-09, listed 18 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Flood warnings
The centre of WD23 2DA is in 2 of the Environment Agency's flood warning areas. No warning or alert was in force for them at 12:16 on 23 October 2026.
- River Colne at WatfordFlood warning areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: River Colne at Watford
- Middle River ColneFlood alert areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: Middle River Colne
Source: Environment Agency, flood warning areas read 17 October 2026; warnings in force checked at 12:16 on 23 October 2026, using Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta). Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use these
What do homes sell for near WD23 2DA?
Homes in WD23 2 sold for a typical £493,000 in the 12 months to August 2026, across 95 sales, down 6.1% on the 12 months before, HM Land Registry's figures show.
- Detached £935,000 18 sales
- Semi-detached £622,500 30 sales
- Terraced £420,000 16 sales
- Flat or maisonette £338,000 31 sales
Each bar is that kind's typical price, against the most expensive kind here.
Across the whole WD23 district: a typical £550,000 from 285 sales.
How we work this out: house prices by postcodeSource: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Homes sold in WD23 2DA
HM Land Registry records no standard sales of homes in WD23 2DA from January 2024 to August 2026. The prices above are for the homes around it.
Sales at market value to a private buyer; the latest months are not complete. Own or live in a home listed here and would rather it were not? Ask us to take it off.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
What council tax band are homes near WD23 2DA?
The Valuation Office Agency counts about 780 homes in the neighbourhood around WD23 2DA. The largest share of them, 37%, are in council tax band D. More were built from 1919 to 1939 than in any other period (32%). A home's own band is set for that home: check it on GOV.UK.
Council tax bands, and a year's council tax
Band D in Hertsmere for 2026‑27: £2,406. For the bands the homes here are in, a year's council tax runs from £1,604 (band A) to £4,010 (band G); band D, the most common, is £2,406.
| Band | Homes around here | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Band A | about 10 (1%) | £1,604 |
| Band B | about 30 (4%) | £1,871 |
| Band C | about 270 (35%) | £2,139 |
| Band D | about 290 (37%) | £2,406 |
| Band E | about 140 (18%) | £2,940 |
| Band F | about 30 (4%) | £3,475 |
| Band G | about 10 (1%) | £4,010 |
| Band H | fewer than 5 | £4,812 |
When the homes were built
- 7% Before 1900
- 4% 1900 to 1918
- 32% 1919 to 1939
- 11% 1945 to 1964
- 14% 1965 to 1982
- 18% 1983 to 1999
- 1% 2000 to 2009
- 13% 2010 to 2019
- None 2020 or later
2020 or later: none of the homes the VOA counts here.
Averages for Hertsmere before discounts, not any one home's bill.
Council tax: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, Table 10, published 25 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Counts for the neighbourhood the centre of WD23 2DA is in (ONS area E01023554), rounded by the VOA.
Check one home's band on GOV.UKSource: Valuation Office Agency, Council Tax: stock of properties, at 31 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which schools are near WD23 2DA?
The nearest open schools to WD23 2DA, in a straight line. Distance is not a catchment.
Primary
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. Each school opens its own record there. How we use it
Where is the nearest station to WD23 2DA?
The nearest railway station to the centre of WD23 2DA is Watford High Street Rail Station, 750 metres away in a straight line.
- Watford High Street Rail Station Railway station 750 mWalk
- Watford Junction Rail Station Railway station 1.1 kmWalk
- Watford Underground Station Underground, metro or tram 2.3 kmCycle
Straight-line distances from the centre point, not routes. Walk: under 1.2 km. Cycle: 1.2 to 5 km. Drive: further.
No bus stop within 400 metres in the Department for Transport's register.
More stations near WD23 2DA, and how we find themSource: Department for Transport, NaPTAN, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which GP surgeries are near WD23 2DA?
The nearest GP practices to the centre of WD23 2DA, in a straight line. Each sets the area it takes patients from. In England, each opens its page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects and rates it.
- Suthergrey House Medical Centre Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report January 2020, over 3 years old · Phone 01923 224424 1.2 kmWalk
- Watford Health Centre Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report December 2021, over 3 years old · Phone 01923 226266 1.2 kmWalk
- The Elms Surgery Care Quality Commission rating: Requires improvement CQC report May 2023, over 3 years old · Phone 01923 224203 1.4 kmCycle
Source: NHS England, Organisation Data Service (GP practices), read 17 October 2026; ratings: Care Quality Commission, 1 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Where can I charge an electric car near WD23 2DA?
The nearest charging points to the centre of WD23 2DA, as OpenStreetMap had them on 20 October 2026:
- Pod Point Charging point · No details mapped 600 mWalk
- Pod Point Charging point · No details mapped 600 mWalk
- B&Q Car Park Charging point · 7 chargers 1.1 kmWalk
OpenStreetMap is mapped by volunteers. It does not have every charger, and not every one it has gives its speed or plugs. Check a charger's own app before you set off.
See more chargers on Open Charge MapSource: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Which dentists are near WD23 2DA?
The nearest to the centre of WD23 2DA, in a straight line. Those in England open their page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects them. It gives few dentists a rating.
- Better Care Clinic 550 mWalk
- Soliton Limited t/a Senova Dental Studios Phone 01923 233600 700 mWalk
- Herts Dental Phone 01923 221039 900 mWalk
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which hospitals are nearest to WD23 2DA?
The nearest NHS and private hospitals and clinics in England, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating. One in Wales or Scotland may be nearer.
- Watford General Hospital Care Quality Commission rating: Requires improvement CQC report December 2021, over 3 years old · Phone 01923 244366 1.7 kmCycle
- Spire Bushey Hospital Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report December 2021, over 3 years old · Phone 020 8901 5524 4.3 kmCycle
Not every hospital has an accident and emergency department. In an emergency, call 999.
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which care homes are near WD23 2DA?
The nearest care homes to the centre of WD23 2DA, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating.
- Walsingham Support - 122 Aldenham Road Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report April 2019, over 3 years old · Phone 01923 237770 700 mWalk
- Rosslyn Residential Care Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report February 2019, over 3 years old · Phone 01923 244130 1.3 kmCycle
- Silversprings Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report May 2019, over 3 years old 1.3 kmCycle
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which pharmacies are near WD23 2DA?
The nearest NHS pharmacies to the centre of WD23 2DA, in a straight line. Those in England show the opening hours they gave the NHS (list published July 2026) and open their page on the NHS website. A few work online or by post only: check before you go.
- Superdrug Pharmacy, Harlequin Shopping Centre Mon to Sat 9am to 6pm; Sun closed · Phone 01923 244356 650 mWalk
- Boots, 3 Harlequin Centre Mon to Sat 9am to 6pm; Sun 11am to 5pm · Phone 01923 225337 700 mWalk
- Tesco Instore Pharmacy, 239-241 Lower High Street Mon to Sat 9am to 9pm; Sun 10am to 4pm · Phone 0845 677 9702 750 mWalk
Hours can change on bank holidays. For urgent help when a pharmacy is closed, call NHS 111.
Source: NHS Business Services Authority (phone numbers: NHS Organisation Data Service), Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which vets are near WD23 2DA?
The nearest vets to the centre of WD23 2DA on OpenStreetMap, in a straight line. Each opens its entry on the map, with its opening hours and website where they are mapped.
- Medivet Watford 24H Phone +44 1923 243429 1.7 kmCycle
- Blythwood Vets Bushey Phone +44 20 8950 2002 1.7 kmCycle
- Park Veterinary Centre 2.6 kmCycle
OpenStreetMap may not have every vet. Out of hours, ring your own vet’s number first: the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons says vets in practice must arrange round-the-clock emergency first aid and pain relief, themselves or through another service.
Source: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Is WD23 2DA in a conservation area?
The centre of WD23 2DA is not in any conservation area, listed building, tree preservation area, green belt or protected landscape that planning.data.gov.uk holds. Not every council has sent all its data, so check with the council before relying on it.
Source: planning.data.gov.uk, asked at the postcode's centre point. Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
How much crime is there near WD23 2DA?
Police.uk records 623 crimes and reports of anti-social behaviour within a mile of the centre of WD23 2DA in August 2026, the latest month it has published.
Also: other theft 30, drugs 23, burglary 21, robbery 20, bicycle theft 18, theft from the person 11, other crime 6, possession of weapons 2.
Police.uk places each report at a nearby point, so this is an area, not a street.
Your local policing team on Police.uk How we work this out: crime by postcode, with the last 12 monthsSource: data.police.uk, from its download of 30 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
The official record for WD23 2DA
- Ward
- Bushey North
- Parish
- Not in a parish
- Region
- East of England
- Country
- England
- Built-up area
- Bushey
- Rural or urban
- Urban, nearer to a major town or city
- In use since
- November 2007
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026. See all our data sources
Where to check what we do not hold
- Food hygiene ratings: Food hygiene ratings, from the Food Standards Agency
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